1983 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 265 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Plymouth Turismo | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Turismo | Legacy |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |