2010 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1979 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Civic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 40 L |
