1984 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 28 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 329 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Plymouth Turismo | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mini |
| Model | Turismo | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2596 mm |
