1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 22 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 529 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | 2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2489 mm |
