1972 Plymouth Fury vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 34 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (175 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 474 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Fury. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (394 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Fury | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Fury | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2760 mm |
