1991 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 56 kg more than 1991 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
