1983 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 839 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (343 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Turismo | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Turismo | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3040 mm |
