1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 1994 Holden Barina is newer by 15 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 66 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. 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, 1994 Holden Barina, 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Cordoba | Barina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |
