2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 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 84 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 13 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 Ford Mondeo, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Mondeo | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
