1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (226 Nm). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Cordoba | Forester |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2530 mm |
