1983 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 16 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, 1983 Plymouth Turismo (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Turismo | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Turismo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
