1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1985 Porsche 911
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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Porsche 911.
Because 1985 Porsche 911 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 1985 Porsche 911. 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, 1985 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Grand Caravan | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2280 mm |