1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 37 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
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, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Barracuda | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
