1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1995 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1995 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 137 kg more than 1995 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Dodge Viper 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 1994 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 1995 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
