1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1978 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1978 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 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 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 470 kg more than 1978 Ford Falcon. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1978 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Cordoba | Falcon |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |