1980 Audi Sport vs. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 405 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | Sport | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |