1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 845 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |
