1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Cordoba | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2840 mm |
