1971 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1971 Renault 12
To start off, both 1971 Plymouth Barracuda and 1971 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 505 kg more than 1971 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Renault 12, 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, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Plymouth Barracuda | 1971 Renault 12 | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Barracuda | 12 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3250 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |