2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 31 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 20 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 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Endeavor | Fury |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 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 | 1850 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3060 mm |
