1998 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Because 1998 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1990 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
