1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 34 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba.
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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Cordoba | F-250 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3967 mm |