2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (290 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Because 1970 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 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (468 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Pilot | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
