1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 395 kg more than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
Model | Cutlass | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3249 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |