2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 600 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
