1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 44 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 395 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 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Plymouth | Acura |
| Model | Barracuda | TL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2775 mm |
