2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1949 GAZ M-20 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 1949 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand 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 Grand Caravan (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 1949 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1949 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Dodge | GAZ |
Model | Grand Caravan | M-20 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |