1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2005 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 35 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 295 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 2005 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Cordoba | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
