1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira 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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
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, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caravan | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
