2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1983 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1983 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | Defender | Turismo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
