1984 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1984 Subaru Rex
To start off, both 1984 Plymouth Caravelle and 1984 Subaru Rex were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 677 kg more than 1984 Subaru Rex. 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, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Plymouth Caravelle | 1984 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Caravelle | Rex |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |