2006 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Accord | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
