2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Nitro | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |