1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 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 156 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 395 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.

Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Plymouth Barracuda 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Plymouth Toyota
Model Barracuda Land Cruiser
Year Released 1969 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 2981 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 545 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2370 mm


 

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