1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (151 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
