1983 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR weights approximately 325 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, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi RVR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Turismo | 2011 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Turismo | RVR |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
