1982 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caravelle | Golf |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
