1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 33 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.
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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
