2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 162 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caravan | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
