1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1978 Ford Granada
To start off, 1978 Ford Granada 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 52 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 350 kg more than 1978 Ford Granada. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1978 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Cordoba | Granada |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2800 mm |
