2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 915 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ford Taunus 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 1960 Ford Taunus. 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 (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
