1985 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 28 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Versa weights approximately 74 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, 2013 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Plymouth Turismo | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
| Model | Turismo | Versa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
