1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1999 Dodge Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 355 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Caravan | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caravan | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
