2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 34 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Expedition | Fury |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3060 mm |
