2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 798 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Titan | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2760 mm |
