1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1990 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 172 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (185 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1990 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Nubira | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
