1985 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Caravan (173 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2890 mm |
