1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 13 kg more than 1990 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
