1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2003 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2003 Kia Opirus 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 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Kia Opirus.
Because 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Opirus. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2003 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Cordoba | Opirus |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |