1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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, 1994 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 156 kg more than 2011 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, 1994 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
