1975 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 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 42 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1981 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1981 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Cordoba | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Cordoba | 240 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
