1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 445 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Cordoba | Crown |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
