1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 32 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 290 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.
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, 2011 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Cordoba | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3078 mm |
