1987 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 23 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1543 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 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Plymouth Caravelle | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Plymouth | Land Rover |
| Model | Caravelle | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
