1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda 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 26 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 515 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barracuda | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
