1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 1992 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1997 Dodge Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1992 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Vivio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Vivio will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 1992 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Caravan | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
