1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Neon is newer by 24 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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 296 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1994 Plymouth Neon, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Barracuda | Neon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
