1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1974 Austin Marina
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina 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 74 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 940 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 1974 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Austin |
| Model | Cordoba | Marina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |
