2004 Ford Focus vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 35 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 221 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Focus | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
