1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 510 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Cordoba | Touareg |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2893 mm |