1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 28 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, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2006 Ford Escape, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Cordoba | Escape |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |