1998 Honda Life vs. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Life | 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Life | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
