1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 26 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 4 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Renault Megane, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Barracuda | Megane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
