1995 Dodge Caravan vs. 1992 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1995 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 89 kg more than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Caravan | 1992 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Caravan | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
