2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 245 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
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, 2005 Dodge Caravan, 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 (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Caravan | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
