2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 34 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 531 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 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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
Model | Town & Country | Barracuda |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |