1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 605 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Cordoba | Centura |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |
