1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 1988 Honda Integra is newer by 18 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, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 385 kg more than 1988 Honda Integra.
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, 1988 Honda Integra, 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 (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 1988 Honda Integra | |
Make | Plymouth | Honda |
Model | Barracuda | Integra |
Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |