2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 35 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (290 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza 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, 2005 Buick Terraza 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (468 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Terraza | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
