2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1970 Marcos 2 Litres has manual transmission. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Dodge | Marcos |
| Model | Caravan | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
