1973 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 39 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, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 81 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
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, 2012 Ford Focus, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Plymouth Barracuda | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Plymouth | Ford |
Model | Barracuda | Focus |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |