1986 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 480 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 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Plymouth Caravelle | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Caravelle | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
