1973 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 35 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 164 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 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, 2008 Volvo V70, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Barracuda | V70 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
