1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 20 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 26 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 396 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Caravan | i30 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
