1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 10 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 51 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 665 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Cordoba | 25 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |
