1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 7 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
