1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX 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, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Caravan | 1996 Honda CRX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caravan | CRX |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |