1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 31 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba.
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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Cordoba | 300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3060 mm |
