1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1965 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Plymouth Valiant. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1965 Plymouth Valiant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 1965 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Barracuda | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
