1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster is newer by 25 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 40 more horse power than 1999 Opel Speedster. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 980 kg more than 1999 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Speedster. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Speedster. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1999 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Cordoba | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2340 mm |
