1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Magna 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 26 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 285 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Magna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
