2007 Acura RDX vs. 1990 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 17 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1990 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RDX | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
