1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1998 Dodge Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 235 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado.
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 Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Caravan | 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Caravan | Toronado |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |