2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 37 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 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 692 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Terracan | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 6285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
