1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Renault 19.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Caravan | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | 19 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
