1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 144 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Caravan | Colorado |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |