1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1972 Ford 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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino 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 53 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 198 kg more than 1972 Ford 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 (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Torino 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 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Cordoba | Torino |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3000 mm |
