1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 37 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 40 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 650 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Duster 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.
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1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Chrysler | Dacia |
Model | Cordoba | Duster |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2673 mm |