2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 33 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 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (290 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (468 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | SSR | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
