1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (317 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 127 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
| Model | Esprit | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
