1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 462 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | RZ | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
