1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 21 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora.
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, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cordoba | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2900 mm |
