1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2010 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 206 is newer by 40 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, 2010 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 201 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 206.
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, 2010 Peugeot 206, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 2010 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Plymouth | Peugeot |
Model | Barracuda | 206 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |