1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 516 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.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Cordoba | Ram |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3569 mm |