2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 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 75 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caravan | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
