1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 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 36 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Chrysler Cordoba 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Cordoba Land Cruiser
Year Released 1978 1990
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5201 cc 3431 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.3 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 105 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1700 mm


 

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