1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 328 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego.
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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
