2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2002 Dodge Caravan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Caravan. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Caravan | 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Caravan | Toronado |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2428 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |