1983 Plymouth Turismo vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Turismo (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
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 Turismo (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Turismo | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Turismo | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
