1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1953 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 459 kg more than 1953 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Jeep CJ 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 Dodge Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1953 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Caravan | CJ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |
