1985 Plymouth Turismo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Polo (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Plymouth Turismo | 1999 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Turismo | Polo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
