1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 85 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | Charger | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
