1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 8 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. Both 1992 Dodge Caravan and 2000 Mazda B2500 are equipped with a 2,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |
