1983 Plymouth Turismo vs. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. Both 1983 Plymouth Turismo and 1985 Plymouth Caravelle are equipped with a 2,212 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 96 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
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 Turismo (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Turismo | 1985 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Turismo | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
