1985 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Plymouth Caravelle | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Caravelle | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
