1994 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 22 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 111 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 550 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mitsubishi Magna | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
Model | Magna | Fury |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3060 mm |