2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara. 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, 2005 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
