1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 29 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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia K2700 has manual transmission. 2007 Kia K2700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Cordoba | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2390 mm |
