1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 674 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Cordoba | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3030 mm |
