2009 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 127 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 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Focus | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
