1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2002 Mazda Premacy is newer by 10 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, 2002 Mazda Premacy (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Mazda Premacy.
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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
