1956 AC Ace vs. 1987 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 271 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1987 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | AC | Plymouth |
| Model | Ace | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
