1985 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 935 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.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Plymouth Caravelle | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Caravelle | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |