1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 35 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 223 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Barracuda | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
