1984 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 19 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 459 kg more than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Plymouth Turismo | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Turismo | Outback |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
