1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 40 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 319 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
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, 2010 Nissan Versa, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Cordoba | Versa |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |