1971 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 38 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Plymouth Barracuda | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
Model | Barracuda | Solstice |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3250 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |