1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 276 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Fit |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2499 mm |
