1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 60 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Kia Retona 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Retona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2370 mm |
