1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 541 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 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (393 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Cordoba | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2890 mm |
