2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia 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 43 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 360 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Nissan Silvia 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caravan | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Caravan | Silvia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |