1988 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Because 1988 Buick Estate 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 1988 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Estate | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Estate | Caravan |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |