1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 24 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 68 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 775 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. 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, 1998 Holden Nova, 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1998 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Cordoba | Nova |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2470 mm |
