1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1992 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 630 kg more than 1992 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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 Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1992 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Durango | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
