1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2002 Toyota Pod is newer by 12 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod 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 670 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod 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 | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Pod |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
