1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Cordoba 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 33 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | Cordoba | Suburban |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3300 mm |