1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 32 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 90 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 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Cordoba | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2770 mm |
