1984 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 22 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 201 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.
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, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Plymouth Turismo | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
| Model | Turismo | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
