1973 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis 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, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2000 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Barracuda | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
