1991 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 627 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 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Navara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
