1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 123 kg more than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Cordoba | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2900 mm |
