1972 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 460 kg more than 1974 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12, 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, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Barracuda | 12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
