1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 18 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Caravan | Safari |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
