1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 6 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (150 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caravan | Marea |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
