1991 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 613 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 15 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2440 mm |
