2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1985 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1658 kg more than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1985 Plymouth Turismo | |
Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
Model | Defender | Turismo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |