1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 510 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Blazer | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
