1985 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 1 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, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
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 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Escort | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
