1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 15 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 356 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2540 mm |
