1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1972 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 560 kg more than 1972 Ford Maverick. 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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 1972 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Cordoba | Maverick |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2800 mm |