1991 Audi V8 vs. 1986 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 5 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 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, 1991 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1986 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | V8 | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
