1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 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 15 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 626 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | 626 | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 104.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |