1982 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 145 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Caravelle | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
