1986 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2001 Toyota Yaris is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1986 Plymouth Turismo (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Plymouth Turismo | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Turismo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
