1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 148 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Barracuda | S60 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
