1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 42 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 79 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, 2011 Mazda 6, 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 (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mazda |
| Model | Barracuda | 6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2789 mm |
