2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 24 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 850 kg more than 1984 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Ducato | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
