1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 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 36 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 510 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
