2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 25 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster 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 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Caliber | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
