2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 37 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Suburban | Fury |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3060 mm |