1987 Plymouth Turismo vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 25 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 551 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Plymouth Turismo | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mazda |
| Model | Turismo | 6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2789 mm |
