1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1989 Nissan Pintara 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Because 1973 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 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Pintara | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Pintara | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
