2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 38 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 53 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V, 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | CR-V | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
