1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 21 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 125 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 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Caravan | ATS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| 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 | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
