1987 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 13 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, 1987 Plymouth Turismo (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 248 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Turismo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Plymouth Turismo | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Turismo | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
