1984 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 21 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 629 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 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Plymouth Turismo | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Turismo | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
