1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Cordoba | Blazer |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |