1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.

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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Chrysler Cordoba 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Chrysler Mercedes-Benz
Model Cordoba E
Year Released 1978 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5201 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 133 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.3 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
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 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2830 mm


 

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