1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 40 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 68 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 214 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Barracuda | Corolla |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6285 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |