2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 5201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2930 mm |
