1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 685 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1983 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Roadmaster | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
