2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera 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 Hyundai Azera (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 182 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
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, 2009 Hyundai Azera, 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Azera | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
Model | Azera | Fury |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3060 mm |