1985 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, both 1985 Audi 100 and 1985 Plymouth Caravelle were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. 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, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1985 Plymouth Caravelle | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | 100 | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |