1975 Opel Kadett vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1975 Opel Kadett is newer by 6 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 57 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 615 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Kadett | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Kadett | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
