1975 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Cordoba | 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | Cordoba | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2870 mm |