2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1980 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Century weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1980 Toyota Century 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 1980 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1980 Toyota Century | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Grand Caravan | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2870 mm |