2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 840 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | 818 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2320 mm |
