1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 8 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada 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 100 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Verada 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 | 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Grand Caravan | Verada |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |