1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caravan | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
