1972 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 34 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, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Barracuda | Clio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
