1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 18 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 123 kg more than 1992 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caravan | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
