1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1978 Holden Sunbird 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 705 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Chrysler | Holden |
Model | Cordoba | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2590 mm |