1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 8 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, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Protege |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
