1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 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 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Caravan | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2748 mm |
