2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 20 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 10 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Stilo | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
