1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Saturn SC 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 Saturn SC (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 331 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Caravan | SC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
