1973 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2005 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mark II is newer by 32 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, 2005 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Mark II 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, 2005 Toyota Mark II 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, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | 2005 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Barracuda | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
