1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2010 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 78 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.

Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Dodge Grand Caravan 2010 Subaru Forester
Make Dodge Subaru
Model Grand Caravan Forester
Year Released 1990 2010
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2972 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 142 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1497 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2616 mm


 

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