2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 36 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 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 103 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (414 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Colorado | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 6285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
