1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 9 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 1985 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Cherokee | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
