1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 368 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
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, 2007 Honda CR-V, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Cordoba | CR-V |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |