1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (290 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (448 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Corvette | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
