1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 32 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Barracuda | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
