1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Cordoba | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
