2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caravan | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Caravan | Luce |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |