1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 26 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cordoba | S |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3090 mm |