1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 22 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | Logan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
