1987 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 925 kg more than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Plymouth Caravelle | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Plymouth | Rover |
| Model | Caravelle | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
