1975 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Cordoba | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | Cordoba | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
