1986 Audi Coupe vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1986 Audi Coupe is newer by 16 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 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi Coupe (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 425 kg more than 1986 Audi Coupe.
Because 1970 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 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi Coupe, 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi Coupe | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | Coupe | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
