1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (290 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 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 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (468 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Barracuda | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5563 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
