2000 Ford Equator vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 197 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Equator | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 3249 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1405 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2760 mm |
