1985 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (181 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Plymouth Caravelle | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Caravelle | Supra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
