1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1977 Nissan Stanza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Cordoba 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 80 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 910 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Cordoba | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
