1971 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2002 Suzuki Twin
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Twin is newer by 31 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, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (42 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Twin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 805 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Twin. 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, 2002 Suzuki Twin, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Twin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | 2002 Suzuki Twin | |
| Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
| Model | Barracuda | Twin |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3250 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1810 mm |
