1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1989 Toyota Lexcen 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 1989 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
