1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cordoba | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
