1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 35 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Cordoba | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3030 mm |
