1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 26 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 29 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 398 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. 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, 2005 Kia Carens, 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carens 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 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Cordoba | Carens |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2570 mm |
