1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 125 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.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Blazer | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
