1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 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 97 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 760 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 323 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2370 mm |
