1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Cordoba | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
