2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1986 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 14 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 40 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.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1986 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Prizm | Turismo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
