1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia 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. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Caravan | Familia |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |