1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Sierra | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
