1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1993 Dodge Caravan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5360 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
