1995 Caterham 21 vs. 1995 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 1995 Caterham 21 and 1995 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham 21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 757 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21.
Because 1995 Caterham 21 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 1995 Caterham 21. 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, 1995 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Caterham 21 | 1995 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Caterham | Dodge |
Model | 21 | Caravan |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |