1973 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 38 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 286 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Plymouth | Hyundai |
| Model | Barracuda | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
