1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan and 1990 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 800 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. 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 Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1990 Renault Clio | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Grand Caravan | Clio |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |