2007 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
