1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, both 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan and 1990 Lexus LS were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lexus LS 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 1990 Lexus LS. 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Grand Caravan | LS |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2820 mm |