1972 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1995 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 23 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, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Breeze.
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, 1995 Plymouth Breeze, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | 1995 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Barracuda | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
