1975 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter 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, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda Drifter 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 | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Cordoba | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 206 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3010 mm |
