2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | 300 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1815 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2930 mm |
