1983 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1983 Plymouth Turismo

To start off, both 1983 Plymouth Horizon and 1983 Plymouth Turismo were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1983 Plymouth Horizon and 1983 Plymouth Turismo are equipped with a 1,592 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Horizon.

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, both vehicles can yield 117 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Plymouth Horizon 1983 Plymouth Turismo
Make Plymouth Plymouth
Model Horizon Turismo
Year Released 1983 1983
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1592 cc 1592 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 117 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2460 mm


 

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