2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 412 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1975 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Tahoe | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 5201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |
