1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 510 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | 11 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
