1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 13 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 340 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Because 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Ascona | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
