1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 1998 Volvo V40 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 3,301 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 46 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Caravan | V40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2570 mm |
