1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 30 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
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 (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | Berlina | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |