1984 Buick Electra vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 10 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 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. 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 (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Electra | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 5199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2930 mm |