1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1980 Volvo 343
To start off, 1980 Volvo 343 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 860 kg more than 1980 Volvo 343. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1980 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Cordoba | 343 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |