2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1987 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Plymouth Turismo.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1987 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | LR2 | Turismo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
