1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Cordoba | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2640 mm |
