1995 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 42 kg more than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Supra 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 1997 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Grand 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Grand Caravan | Supra |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2560 mm |