2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
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 Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia 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 106 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 950 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
