1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 875 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2290 mm |
