2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 32 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 6 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
