1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1996 Venturi Coupe 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, 1996 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1996 Venturi Coupe 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 1996 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1996 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Venturi |
| Model | Caravan | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
