1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 31 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. 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, 2000 Volvo S60, 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 (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Barracuda | S60 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
