1984 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Lapin is newer by 17 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Lapin (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Lapin should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 176 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
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, 1984 Plymouth Turismo (117 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 1984 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Plymouth Turismo | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
| Model | Turismo | Lapin |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
