1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 36 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 37 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 740 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cordoba | Charade |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
