1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
