1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. 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, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Daewoo | Plymouth |
| Model | Lanos | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
