1968 Ford 17 vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 285 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | 17 | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 3686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |