1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |
