1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 86 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.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cordoba | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
