2001 Mazda Premacy vs. 1987 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 2001 Mazda Premacy is newer by 14 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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 250 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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Premacy | 1987 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Premacy | Turismo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
