1975 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 32 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 174 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 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Cordoba | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Cordoba | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2900 mm |
