1992 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 208 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper.
Because 1992 Dodge Viper 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 1992 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 2005 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
