1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 495 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cordoba | Magna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2600 mm |
