1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Fairlane | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
