1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 395 kg more than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | XJR | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
