1971 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 195 kg more than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
| Model | Barracuda | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3250 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
