1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (173 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 925 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Cordoba | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2210 mm |
