1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 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 11 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 12 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30. 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 Volvo C30, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Barracuda | C30 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 227 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 | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
