2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1983 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | Range Rover | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
