1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Cordoba | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |
