1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 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 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Caravan | Maxima |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |