1985 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 21 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra.
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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2880 mm |
