1987 Plymouth Turismo vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 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, 1998 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Plymouth Turismo | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Rover |
| Model | Turismo | 200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
