1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima 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 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 3 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (170 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 456 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima. 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, 2004 Nissan Altima, 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) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (237 Nm). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Cordoba | Altima |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
