2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2270 mm |
