1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 535 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Plymouth | Lexus |
| Model | Barracuda | RX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
