2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 39 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 107 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 572 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Explorer | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2760 mm |
