1983 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Renault Espace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace 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, 1985 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Caravelle | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Caravelle | Espace |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
