1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 12 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 12 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Jimmy | Fury |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3060 mm |
