1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cordoba | SLK |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |