1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1992 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile 88.
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 Oldsmobile 88 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1992 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caravan | 88 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
