1992 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 486 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. 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, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
