2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 492 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Compass | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
Model | Compass | Fury |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3060 mm |