1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Cordoba | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2737 mm |
