2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 670 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Caravan | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
