1993 Audi S2 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1993 Audi S2 is newer by 21 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, 1993 Audi S2 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 412 kg more than 1993 Audi S2.
Because 1993 Audi S2 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, 1993 Audi S2 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 (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi S2. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi S2 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | S2 | Fury |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3060 mm |
