1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | RX-7 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
