1975 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 35 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 452 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
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, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Cordoba | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Cordoba | Altima |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2675 mm |