1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
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 Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 25 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
