1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 16 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 690 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | Cordoba | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |