1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 31 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Cordoba | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
