1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Prelude | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
