1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude 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 265 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
