1998 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 137 kg more than 1988 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, 1998 Honda Accord (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1988 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Accord | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
