1985 Dodge Charger vs. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, both 1985 Dodge Charger 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 Dodge Charger. 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 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Charger | 1985 Plymouth Caravelle | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Charger | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |