1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 37 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 590 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Chrysler | Scion |
Model | Cordoba | FR-S |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2570 mm |