1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 884 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Cordoba | Taunus |
Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2640 mm |