1972 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barracuda | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
