1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 4 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Caravan | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Caldina |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
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 | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |