1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 15 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Caravan | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
