1996 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort.
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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1988 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Escort | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
