1983 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1983 Plymouth Caravelle and 1983 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 335 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (97 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Caravelle | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caravelle | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
