1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1994 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
