1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1995 Subaru Vivio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 925 kg more than 1995 Subaru Vivio. 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 (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2320 mm |
