1972 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 40 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, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 88 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Escape, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Barracuda | Escape |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
