2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | Xsara | Barracuda |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 104.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |