1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1976 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Maverick 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 67 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 315 kg more than 1976 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Maverick 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 1976 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Dodge Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1976 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
