2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1985 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Titan | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2630 mm |
