1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 39 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 353 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 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Cordoba | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3020 mm |
