2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
