2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
Model | Defender | Barracuda |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |