1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2690 mm |
