1967 Plymouth Fury vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 6,295 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Plymouth Fury (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1967 Plymouth Fury 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 1967 Plymouth Fury. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1967 Plymouth Fury (577 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 1967 Plymouth Fury has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Plymouth Fury will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Plymouth Fury | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Fury | Polo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6295 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 45 L |