1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Caravan 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 30 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 186 kg more than 2010 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2010 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Caravan | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Caravan | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3100 mm |