1984 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. 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 58 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 233 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Caravelle | Carina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
