1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Plymouth Caravelle

To start off, both 1986 Chevrolet Camaro and 1986 Plymouth Caravelle were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 405 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle.

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