1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 Dodge Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Because 1987 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Caravan | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Crown |
Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |