1995 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 25 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Plymouth Prowler | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
Model | Prowler | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3249 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |