1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
