1969 Honda S600 vs. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 465 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Honda S600 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 1969 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | S600 | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |