2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 750 kg more than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1985 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Pilot | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
