1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 190 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
