1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 18 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, 2008 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus 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 330 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus 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 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
