1972 Plymouth Fury vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 1986 Volvo 242 is newer by 14 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 128 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 242. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 242. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 595 kg more than 1986 Volvo 242. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 242. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 242.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Fury | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Fury | 242 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7205 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 477 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2660 mm |