1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Xedos |
| Model | Barracuda | 9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
