1969 Honda S600 vs. 1987 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 18 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 440 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, 1987 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, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | S600 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1165 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 |
