1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 2010 Renault Clio | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Barracuda | Clio |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |