1988 Audi V8 vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 18 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | V8 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
