1992 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 166 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 Chevrolet Lumina (292 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
