1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1994 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1994 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Guara | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
