2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (173 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 2001 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2330 mm |
