1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 28 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 541 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Cordoba | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3030 mm |
