1983 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 22 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 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Turismo | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Turismo | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
