1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 11 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, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 944 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Cordoba | 5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |
