2004 Honda Element vs. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 22 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 434 kg more than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Element | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
