1989 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 253 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
Because 1989 Dodge Viper 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 1989 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
