1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara 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 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 17 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Grand Caravan | Solara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |