1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 57 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 (421 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Barracuda | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
