1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, 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 (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Barracuda | Bora |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6285 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |