1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1993 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | Espace |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
