1995 Dodge Caravan vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Dodge Caravan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Caravan | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
