2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Viper is newer by 31 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | Viper | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
