1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 28 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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire 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 | 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Cordoba | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
