1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Barracuda | 240 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |