1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 607 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
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, 2013 GMC Acadia, 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 (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Plymouth | GMC |
| Model | Barracuda | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3020 mm |
