1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 27 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 52 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 850. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
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, 1996 Volvo 850, 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Barracuda | 850 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6285 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |