1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 25 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, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2003 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2003 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Chrysler | Donkervoort |
Model | Cordoba | D8 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2310 mm |