1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 405 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Vega | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 104.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |