1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 4 kg more than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord 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 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Grand Caravan | Accord |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2799 mm |