2001 Lexus RX vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2001 Lexus RX is newer by 29 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 27 more horse power than 2001 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lexus RX 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, 2001 Lexus RX 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus RX | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Lexus | Plymouth |
| Model | RX | Fury |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3060 mm |
