1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 74 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 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barracuda | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2604 mm |
