2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Minica 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 153 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan will offer significantly more control. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caravan | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2060 mm |
