2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1987 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1987 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 152 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz.
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, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1987 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Jazz | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
