1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 270 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester 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 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Cordoba | Forester |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2616 mm |