1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | Quattro | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
