1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
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 Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2480 mm |
