1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 89 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Caravan | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |