1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 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, 1999 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Caravan | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
