2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 163 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | B3000 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2760 mm |
