2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1983 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 26 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Turismo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1983 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | E-250 | Turismo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2460 mm |
