1972 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 33 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
| Model | Barracuda | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
