1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 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 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (290 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 (468 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Barracuda | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5563 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2624 mm |
