In 1970, the Plymouth Barracuda lost all common aims by means of Plymouth Valiant. The new 1970 Plymouth Barracuda, styled by John E. Herlitz, had built the Plymouth Barracuda on a shorter, wider version of Chrysler's existing B platform, called the E-body which now consisted of coupe and convertible models. There was also a Dodge near-twin known as the Challenger; however, no sheet metal interchanged between the two cars, and the Challenger had a slightly longer wheelbase. Together were aggressively styled, and the high-performance models were marketed as ' Plymouth Barracuda Cuda. The E body's engine bay was larger than that of the previous A-body, facilitating the release of Chrysler's 426 in³ (7.0 L) Hemi for the standard retail marketplace.
