1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna.
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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
