2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 21 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, 2003 Hyundai Accent (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 116 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Accent | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
