1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1986 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1986 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 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 13 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 450 kg more than 1986 Ford Falcon. 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, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Falcon. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 1986 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Cordoba | Falcon |
Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2840 mm |