Seeing the OP is still active, I will have a stab at this.
There is nothing wrong with the OP using those terms. Grip and spin, in particular, are related but not identical. Grip is largely determined by coefficient of friction(COF), which is different for static and dynamic actions. Spin, OTOH, is largely determined by tangential coefficient of restitution(COR). The effect of those two combined then determines the throw and spin sensitivity.
All together they pretty much explain the different behaviors between tacky and grippy rubbers, and that is also why Japanese tensioned rubbers and Germany Tensor rubbers behave differently.
With the physics part out of the way, let's get to the EJ part.
Baracuda was, among others such as Hexer/Genius/Xplode/Vega Pro/Rakza 7/Fastarc G-1 etc., ESN's 1st wave of porous sponge copycat after Tenergy. These Tensors were distinctly different from the previous generations. All Tensors up till that point(circa 2008) had always been the
symbol of speed. That wave marked the 1st time for Tensors to break away from that tradition. They were spinnier than they were fast. They produced turtle shots that'd make you holler
laaba. A positive side effect of that is in the improved short games which had been an issue. Where they came up short they made up with the monstrous spin. Even better, they have improved a ton on durability and longevity. They might not perform as well and as long as Tenergy, but they also cost way less. Though it must be stressed they still don't play and/or feel the same as Tenergy. Think of it as a secondary option rather than a substitute or alternative.