1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
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, 1997 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (414 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Mustang | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 6285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 590 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 728 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
