1990 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 615 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 100 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
