1996 Nissan President vs. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Nissan President is newer by 11 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 725 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 1996 Nissan President 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 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan President | 1985 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | President | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
