2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (290 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (468 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Mountaineer | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
