2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1986 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 21 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Plymouth Turismo (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 1986 Plymouth Turismo (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1986 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Spark | Turismo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
