1984 Plymouth Turismo vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1995 Saturn SL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 1 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL.
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, 1995 Saturn SL (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Plymouth Turismo | 1995 Saturn SL | |
Make | Plymouth | Saturn |
Model | Turismo | SL |
Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |