2009 Honda Element vs. 1967 Plymouth Fury

To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 6,295 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Plymouth Fury (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Plymouth Fury. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element 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, 1967 Plymouth Fury (577 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Element 1967 Plymouth Fury
Make Honda Plymouth
Model Element Fury
Year Released 2009 1967
Body Type Crossover Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 6295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 167 HP 326 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 577 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1959 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5420 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 94 L


 

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