1993 Plymouth Neon vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Neon | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Neon | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
