1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2740 mm |
