1972 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Golf, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barracuda | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
