1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1985 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Lancer | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
