2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline 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 91 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 797 kg more than 1980 Nissan Skyline. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
