1989 Audi 200 vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 261 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 200 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
