1982 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 7 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 164 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.
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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Caravelle | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
