1997 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Prowler | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Prowler | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1435 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 |
