1986 Audi 200 vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 225 kg more than 1986 Audi 200.
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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 200 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
