1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Caravan and 1998 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 18 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 655 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. 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, 1998 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser. 1998 Ford Laser 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. 1998 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Caravan | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | Laser |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |