1991 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 21 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 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 22 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Grand Caravan | Defender |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2800 mm |