1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 10 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Cordoba | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2880 mm |