1974 Citroen CX vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | CX | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
