1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 42 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) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Dacia Logan. 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, 2012 Dacia Logan, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Plymouth | Dacia |
| Model | Barracuda | Logan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
