2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 461 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. 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 Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
