1991 Dodge Caravan vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1991 Dodge Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 225 kg more than 1985 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1985 Toyota Soarer 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 1985 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Caravan | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
