1986 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 465 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.
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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Plymouth Caravelle | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
| Model | Caravelle | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
