1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, both 1992 Dodge Caravan and 1992 Opel Calibra 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 Opel Calibra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 95 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.
Because 1992 Opel Calibra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Calibra (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Caravan | Calibra |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |