1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 21 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 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 S80 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 (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Barracuda | S80 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2835 mm |
