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In 1970, Plymouth turned the Barracuda into one of the finest examples of American muscle and called it the 'Cuda. On the street, powered with the immortal 426 Hemi engine and four-speed transmission, 'Cudas were killers.
Specifications:
Engine
Type: V8
Construction: cast-iron block and cylinder heads
Valve gear: 2 valves per cylinder operated by a single camshaft, pushrods and rockers
Bore & Stroke: 4.04in x 3.31in
Displacement: 340 cubic inch
Compression Ratio: 10.5:1
Induction System: 3 Holley 2-barrel carbs, Edelbrock intake manifold
Maximum Power: 290 bhp at 5,000 rpm
Maximum torque: 350 lb-ft at 2,800 rpm
Transmission
Chrysler TorqueFlite 3-speed automatic. Optional 4-speed manual
Body/Chassis
Unitized with 2-door coupe body panels
Running Gear
Steering: Recirculating ball
Front suspension: A arms wth longitudinal torsion bars, telescopic shock absorbers and anti-roll bar
Rear suspension: Live axle with semi-elliptic leaf-springs, telescopic shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Brakes: Drums front and rear
Wheels: Stamped Steel 14x6
Tires: Fiberglass belted, F-70 14
Dimensions
Length: 192 inches
Width: 76.1 inches
Height: 50.9 inches
Wheelbase: 110.0 inches
Track: 59.7 inches (front), 60.7 inches (rear)
Weight: 3,437 lbs.
Production Years: 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974
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