1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 757 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Cordoba | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3210 mm |
