1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 291 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 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Barracuda | Escape |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
