1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (76 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 352 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (164 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shadow | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1640 kg |
