1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 576 kg more than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. 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 Nissan Quest, 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
Model | Barracuda | Quest |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |