1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 30 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, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari.
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) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Cordoba | Safari |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
