2004 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1986 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1986 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
