1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1992 Lotus Elan
To start off, both 1992 Dodge Caravan and 1992 Lotus Elan were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 385 kg more than 1992 Lotus Elan.
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 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 1992 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Caravan | Elan |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |