1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 829 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1993 Nissan Sunny, 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 (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Sunny | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | Sunny | Fury |
Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |