1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic.
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 (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
