1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | Cordoba | SX4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |