1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1985 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1985 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Plymouth Turismo (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Plymouth Turismo (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1985 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Fiesta | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |
