2006 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 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 89 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 971 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Because 1972 Plymouth Fury is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Plymouth Fury. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Focus | Fury |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3060 mm |