1995 Dodge Caravan vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1995 Dodge Caravan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 385 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Caravan | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
