1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 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 12 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Cordoba | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2500 mm |
