2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda B2300 | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | B2300 | Barracuda |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3686 cc |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |