1991 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 28 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Grand 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Grand Caravan | Supra |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |