2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Because 1987 Toyota Crown 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 1987 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Caravan | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |