1972 Plymouth Fury vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Plymouth Fury. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser, 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Fury | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Fury | Laser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2410 mm |
