1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 27 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 560 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
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, 1999 Ford Econoline (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Econoline | Fury |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3060 mm |