2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Caravan (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caravan | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| 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 | 225 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
