1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 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 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1997 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
