1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1989 Ford Meteor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 1976 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 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Meteor, 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, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Cordoba | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
