1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 39 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Barracuda | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
