2009 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Turismo (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 172 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
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, 1983 Plymouth Turismo (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1983 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Turismo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
