1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 143 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Caprice | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |