1999 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1988 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 11 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, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle.
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, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Sonata | 1988 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Sonata | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
