1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 470 kg more than 1988 Toyota Camry. 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 Grand Caravan (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Camry |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
