1994 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 339 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude. 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 Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
