1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 10 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (219 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cordoba | 380 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 71.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |