1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro 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 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 490 kg more than 1988 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Austin Maestro, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | Maestro | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
