1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1993 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan and 1993 Mazda 121 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 92 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 900 kg more than 1993 Mazda 121. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1993 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Grand Caravan | 121 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |