1984 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 26 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Plymouth | Fiat |
| Model | Caravelle | Croma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
