1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 6 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 300 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280.
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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cordoba | 280 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |