1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1971 Holden Torana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 620 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Cordoba | Torana |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |
