1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 11 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX will offer significantly more control. 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 (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Caravan | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caravan | RunX |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |