1985 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 is newer by 20 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 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 611 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Volvo C70 (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Plymouth Turismo | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Turismo | C70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
