1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1990 GMC Suburban

To start off, both 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan and 1990 GMC Suburban were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Because 1990 GMC Suburban 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, 1990 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban 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 1990 GMC Suburban
Make Dodge GMC
Model Grand Caravan Suburban
Year Released 1990 1990
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 209 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 3300 mm


 

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