1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
