1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 39 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 121 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Cordoba | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 6950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
