2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1983 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Jazz | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
