1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Caravan | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
