1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 286 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Caravan |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |