1973 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 37 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 85 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Plymouth Barracuda | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Barracuda | Jetta |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |