1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina.
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, both vehicles can yield 183 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Caravan | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Carina |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |