Both shared the new E platform, which stood for extended and, appropriately, was an extended version of Chrysler’s K platform. The new 1970 Plymouth Barracuda was introduced along with the all-new Dodge Challenger. The question remains: was it too little too late? But on the second overhaul, it seemed Plymouth did in fact get it right. Low sales numbers probably contributed to this thought process. With two major restyles since its introduction in 1964, it seemed that Plymouth was willing to retool the Barracuda until it got it right.
