2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 40 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
Model | Escalade | Barracuda |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |