1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Caravan | Lancer |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2649 mm |