1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 30 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Barracuda | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6285 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
