1971 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 39 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 183 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
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, 2010 Nissan Versa, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
| Model | Barracuda | Versa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3250 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2601 mm |
