1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Camaro | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
