1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1992 Mazda 626

To start off, both 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan and 1992 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 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 291 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626.

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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Dodge Grand Caravan 1992 Mazda 626
Make Dodge Mazda
Model Grand Caravan 626
Year Released 1992 1992
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2971 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 142 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 84.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 74 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2620 mm


 

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