1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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, 2008 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
