1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 487 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |