2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2002 Dodge Caravan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Caravan | 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Caravan | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
