2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury

To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.

Because 2009 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Dakota 1972 Plymouth Fury
Make Dodge Plymouth
Model Dakota Fury
Year Released 2009 1972
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 5897 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 211 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 3060 mm


 

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