1983 Mini MK V vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1983 Mini MK V is newer by 11 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1983 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1983 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1983 Mini MK V. 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, 1983 Mini MK V, 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mini MK V | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Mini | Plymouth |
| Model | MK V | Fury |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3060 mm |
