1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 38 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, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 199 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX 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 (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2012 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Cordoba | MDX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2751 mm |
