1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1993 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 229 kg more than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Because 1993 Ford Sierra 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 1993 Ford Sierra. 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 (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1993 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
