1972 Plymouth Fury vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 36 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Fury. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Fury | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Fury | XC90 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2860 mm |