2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 226 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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Nitro | Barracuda |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |