1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1999 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1999 Nissan Crew is newer by 7 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, 1999 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Nissan Crew.
Because 1999 Nissan Crew 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 1999 Nissan Crew. 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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 1999 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Caravan | Crew |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |