1991 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan and 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 473 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
