1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Caravan | S70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
