1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | 25 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
