1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 is newer by 12 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, 2002 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Rover 75.
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, 2002 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Caravan | 75 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
