1984 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Caravelle | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
