1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira 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 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 135 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 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira, 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 (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Plymouth | Vauxhall |
| Model | Barracuda | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
