2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1986 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 19 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1986 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Outlander | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
