2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
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 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 275 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
