1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 21 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 105 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.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
