1987 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 24 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 262 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.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Plymouth Turismo | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Turismo | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3710 mm |
