1990 Ford Corsair vs. 1986 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1990 Ford Corsair is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair.
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, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 1986 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Corsair | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
