1991 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 377 kg more than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Safari 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 2000 GMC Safari. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari 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 | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Safari |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
