1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey 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 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 605 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Plymouth | Honda |
| Model | Barracuda | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6285 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
