1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1998 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 205 is newer by 8 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 48 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 785 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1998 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Caravan | 205 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
