2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Fury. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H2 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Hummer | Plymouth |
Model | H2 | Fury |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 393 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 564 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3060 mm |