1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1987 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Alto is newer by 18 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 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 840 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 1987 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
| Model | Barracuda | Alto |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6285 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2180 mm |
