1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 8 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 Honda S2000 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 2002 Honda S2000. 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
