1987 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Plymouth Caravelle | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Caravelle | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
