1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825 would be higher. Both 1992 Dodge Caravan and 1986 Rover 825 are equipped with a 2,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1992 Dodge Caravan. 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, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Caravan | 825 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
