1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 41 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 13 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1118 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, 2010 Ford Edge, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Edge. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Barracuda | Edge |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3505 mm |
