1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1987 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1987 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Plymouth Turismo (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. 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, 1987 Plymouth Turismo (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 1987 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Charger | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
