1991 Dodge Caravan vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1991 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Caravan | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Titan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4060 mm |
