1973 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Because 1973 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 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406, 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Peugeot |
| Model | Barracuda | 406 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
