1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (225 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 315 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | S-10 | Fury |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3060 mm |
