1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1994 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
