1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra 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 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 186 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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 (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
Model | Barracuda | Sentra |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6285 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |