1983 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1178 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 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Turismo | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Turismo | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3020 mm |
