1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 33 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 125 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey, 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Cordoba | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3010 mm |
