1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 35 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1010 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.
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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Cordoba | E-Series |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1511 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3505 mm |