1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 37 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina 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 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1983 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Cortina | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
