1988 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 19 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 439 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 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Plymouth Caravelle | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Plymouth | Honda |
| Model | Caravelle | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
