1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola 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 63 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola 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 (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |
