1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 205 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Avensis |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |