1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 28 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Barracuda | Legacy |
Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |