1983 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1986 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. Both 1983 Chrysler New Yorker and 1986 Plymouth Caravelle are equipped with a 2,213 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle.
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, both vehicles can yield 158 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler New Yorker | 1986 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | New Yorker | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
