1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 13 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 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (290 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (468 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Caprice | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
