1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 38 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 124 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
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, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Barracuda | Avensis |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |