1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Lancer | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
