1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 123 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Golf, 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 (421 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barracuda | Golf |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
