1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Cordoba (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | Cordoba | 240 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |