1973 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2000 Toyota Altezza is newer by 27 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, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 209 kg more than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda.
Because 2000 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Altezza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Barracuda | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
