1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 1998 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Caravan | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caravan | Today |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |