1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1445 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 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3400 mm |
