1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 25 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. 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, 1994 Toyota Venture, 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 (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Barracuda | Venture |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 545 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |