1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1999 Dodge Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
