1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2008 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 30 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, 2008 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2008 Dodge Caliber, 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2008 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Cordoba | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2640 mm |
