1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Cordoba | Viper |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
