2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 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 97 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 321 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Mondeo, 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Mondeo | Fury |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3060 mm |