1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Dodge Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 635 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Caravan | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | 626 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
