1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | Seville | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
