1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1994 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1994 Dodge Caravan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 239 kg more than 1994 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1994 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
