1988 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 1999 Tata Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 875 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari 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, 1999 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Plymouth Caravelle | 1999 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Plymouth | Tata |
| Model | Caravelle | Safari |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
