1984 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 564 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3040 mm |
