1985 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 75 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Plymouth Turismo | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mazda |
| Model | Turismo | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
