1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 442 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba.
Because 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Touran |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |
