2008 Acura TSX vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury

To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 36 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, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 556 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.

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, 2008 Acura TSX, 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Acura TSX 1972 Plymouth Fury
Make Acura Plymouth
Model TSX Fury
Year Released 2008 1972
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2352 cc 5897 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 205 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 222 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1274 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3060 mm


 

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