1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 395 kg more than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Caravan | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2425 mm |
