2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1987 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 735 kg more than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1987 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Bugatti | Plymouth |
| Model | Veyron | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
