1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 848 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2003 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2003 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
Model | Cordoba | 4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |