1973 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva 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, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva 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, 2012 Lada Niva 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Plymouth | Lada |
| Model | Barracuda | Niva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
