2001 Acura RSX vs. 1995 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 149 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
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, 2001 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1995 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RSX | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
