1975 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 28 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Cordoba | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Cordoba | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3490 mm |
