1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Pontiac GTO 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Pontiac GTO.
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, 2005 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (334 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | Cordoba | GTO |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 536 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2800 mm |