1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 60 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Caravan | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Caravan | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2645 mm |
