1995 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1987 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 89 kg more than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | 1987 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Acclaim | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
