2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Dodge Caravan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 400 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Caravan | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | Celica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |