1975 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 34 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Cordoba | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Cordoba | Equator |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3560 mm |
