1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 415 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 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Caravan | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
