1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (290 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (468 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (422 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Challenger | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
