2005 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Because 1972 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 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Civic | Barracuda |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |