1963 Ford Consul vs. 1988 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 283 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1988 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Consul | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
