2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 64 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 277 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Fury.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 1972 Plymouth Fury
Make Hyundai Plymouth
Model Terracan Fury
Year Released 2006 1972
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 7205 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 477 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1885 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3060 mm


 

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