1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 9 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna 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 155 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Magna 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 | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Magna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
