1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Fury. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Suburban | Fury |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3060 mm |