1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 425 kg more than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Barracuda | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
