1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 25 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 695 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Cordoba | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2890 mm |
