1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Because 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Caravan | Toronado |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 5030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |