1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
