1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Dodge Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 243 kg more than 1992 Toyota Supra.
Because 1992 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 1992 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Caravan | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Supra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |